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Canada's Premier Wine Event Returns

May 16-22, 2022

Terry Threlfall Tribute

Scholarship launched in his name

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Bacchanalia Online Auction

Thank you to everyone who supported the auction

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COVID-19 Information Hub

Discover community initiatives

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Wine Program Excellence Awards

Congratulations to the 2020 winners

Find Great Wine Lists

2020 Spirited Industry Professional

Dana Lee Harris

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2020 Sommelier of the Year

Peter Van de Reep, wine director/bar manager, Campagnolo Restaurant

Cheers!

Vintners Brunch Wine & Food Pairing Winner

Notch8 Restaurant & Bar

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NEWS & SOCIAL FEED

Press Release

VanWineFest Returns

October 18th, 2021

The Vancouver International Wine Festival, Canada’s premier wine show, is pleased to announce dates for the 2022 festival. The 43rd festival will run Monday, May 16 to Sunday, May 22 at the Vancouver Convention Centre and other venues around town. The 2022 festival is still in the planning stages, but will feature a bro

Press Release

Bacchanalia Online Auction Announced

April 19th, 2021

Vancouver BC: The Vancouver International Wine Festival (VIWF/VanWineFest) and Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival are partnering to present a unique new online event, the Bacchanalia Online Auction, which will offer exclusive wines and wine experiences while raising crucial funds for both festivals.

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VanWineFest COVID-19 Updates

October 23rd, 2020

Update October 2021: The Vancouver International Wine Festival is pleased to announce dates for the 2022 festival. The 43rd festival will run Monday, May 16 to Sunday, May 22 at the Vancouver Convention Centre and other venues around town. More details about the 2022 festival will be released in time for the holiday season! Up

“One of the Very Best Wine Festivals in the World „

The Vancouver International Wine Festival, Canada’s premier food & wine event, has three mandates: to provide an informative, educational and entertaining wine experience for public and trade; to be a premier marketing opportunity for the wine industry and festival partners; and to raise funds for the Bard on the Beach Theatre Society.